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MICROSOFT CORP 8-K Report (Jan 22, 2004)

Filed January 22, 2004For Securities:MSFT

Summary

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) filed a Form 8-K on January 22, 2004, to report its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2003. This filing primarily serves to furnish a press release containing these results, which would offer investors insights into the company's recent performance. While the 8-K itself doesn't provide the detailed financial figures, it directs stakeholders to the attached press release for information on revenue, profit, and other key operational metrics for the period. Investors relying on this report would look to the furnished press release for information regarding Microsoft's sales trends, profitability, and any forward-looking statements or strategic updates discussed by management. The filing's emphasis on the press release signals that the core financial data and management commentary are being communicated to the public simultaneously through this earnings announcement, which is crucial for evaluating the company's financial health and future prospects.

Key Highlights

  • 1Microsoft Corporation filed an 8-K report on January 22, 2004.
  • 2The report's primary purpose is to announce financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2003.
  • 3A press release containing the detailed financial results is furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 4The filing is an update on the company's financial condition and results of operations.
  • 5Key financial metrics and management commentary are expected to be found within the attached press release.
  • 6The information furnished in this report is not deemed 'filed' for Section 18 liability purposes, but is incorporated by reference into future filings if expressly stated.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and furnish Microsoft Corporation's financial results for the fiscal quarter that ended on December 31, 2003. It directs investors to an accompanying press release for the specific financial details.

The actual financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2003, are detailed in the press release that is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

No, this 8-K filing itself does not contain the detailed financial statements. It acts as a cover document to provide the market with the press release that includes the financial results and commentary.

This statement means that while the information is being publicly disclosed, Microsoft is asserting that it should not be held liable under Section 18 of the Exchange Act for the accuracy of this specific furnished information. However, it can be incorporated by reference into other SEC filings where the company explicitly agrees to do so.